Embedded Software Engineer Security Clearance
Job in
Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts, 02108, USA
Listed on 2026-06-01
Listing for:
Digital Prospectors
Seasonal/Temporary, Contract
position Listed on 2026-06-01
Job specializations:
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Software Development
Embedded Software Engineer, Software Engineer, C++ Developer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position:
Embedded Software Engineer
Location:
Boston, MA (100% On-Site) Length: 3+ Year Contract Active Top Secret Clearance Required
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Designs and implements software of embedded devices and systems from requirements to production and commercial deployment for product lines. Designs, develops, codes, tests and debugs system software. Involved in specifications, design and development of embedded firmware in engineering projects. Analyzes and enhances efficiency, stability and scalability of system resources. Integrates and validates new product designs. Supports software QA. Provides post production support.
Interfaces with hardware design and development. Experience in embedded systems development. Experience in hands-on development and troubleshooting on embedded targets. Solid programming experience in C or C++. Proven experience in embedded systems design with preemptive, multitasking real-time operating systems. Knowledge of reading schematics and data sheets for components. Strong documentation and writing skills.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree required plus minimum of 2-5 years of experience
• The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and be able to work in a team-oriented environment.
• 2+ years of experience in C/C++ Programming
• Control system modeling and design (MATLAB, Simulink)
• Development experience on Linux platform
• 2+ years of experience with scripting languages including Perl, Python, Shell Scripting and Powershell. Preferred:
• Firmware programming using VHDL or Verilog
• Digital design and schematic capture using Mentor Graphics tools
• Analog or power circuit design
• Familiarity with laboratory instrumentation, including oscilloscopes, function generators, meters, logic analyzers, and frequency counters
• Experience with revision control systems such as Git
• Experience developing low level drivers
• Experience with debuggers such as gdb, lldb, etc.
• Knowledge of communication and hardware protocols (e.g. UDP, TCP, UART,SPI, I2C, USB, PCIe, MIPI) POST-OFFER BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED. Digital Prospectors is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Digital Prospectors affirms the right of all individuals to equal opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment.
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